Bookkeeper / Accounting Virtual Assistant

We are a growing smart home technology company based in Los Angeles, California, looking for a reliable and highly organized Bookkeeper / Accounting Virtual Assistant to join our team full time. We are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, accurate, and comfortable taking ownership of our day-to-day bookkeeping and financial organization. ### Responsibilities * Maintain accurate bookkeeping records in QuickBooks * Categorize transactions and keep accounts organized * Reconcile bank accounts and credit cards * Manage accounts receivable and track customer payments * Manage accounts payable and vendor bills * Prepare and organize invoices * Follow up on outstanding invoices when needed * Review transactions for errors, duplicates, or missing information * Maintain clean and accurate financial records * Prepare basic weekly and monthly financial reports * Assist with cash flow tracking * Organize receipts, bills, statements, and financial documents * Coordinate with our CPA or accountant when needed * Help improve bookkeeping procedures and financial organization * Assist with other administrative accounting tasks as needed ### Requirements * Previous bookkeeping experience * Strong experience with QuickBooks Online * Strong understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles * Experience with bank and credit card reconciliations * Experience with accounts receivable and accounts payable * Very strong attention to detail * Excellent organizational skills * Good written and spoken English * Reliable internet connection and computer * Ability to work independently without constant supervision * Comfortable communicating through email , Slack, and video calls ### Preferred Experience Experience working with a U.S.-based service, construction, technology, or contracting business is highly preferred. Experience with Zoho, CRM systems, project management software, or Google Workspace is also a plus. ### Work Schedule Full-time, approximately 40 hours per week. You must be available for several overlapping hours with Pacific Time business hours in Los Angeles. ### What We Are Looking For We are not looking for someone who only waits for instructions. We want someone who notices when something is missing, asks questions, follows up, keeps our books organized, and helps us create better financial systems as the company grows. Accuracy, reliability, communication, and ownership are extremely important to us. ### How to Apply Please include the following in your application: 1. How many years of bookkeeping experience do you have? 2. How many years have you used QuickBooks Online? 3. Have you worked with a U.S.-based company before? 4. Have you handled accounts receivable and accounts payable? 5. Have you performed bank and credit card reconciliations? 6. What financial reports have you prepared? 7. What is your expected hourly rate in USD? 8. What hours are you available to work in Pacific Time? 9. Please begin your application with the words **“Smart Books”** so we know you read the entire job post.